It’s Pinot Noir Month and No Better Place to Be Than Anderson Valley For Our Online Auction of Rare Experiences and 24th Annual Pinot Fest
No need to wait until the Anderson Valley’s renowned – and almost sold out – weekend
Philo, Calif., May 1, 2023 – No need to wait until the Anderson Valley’s renowned – and almost sold out – weekend of Pinot Noir festivities May 19-21. 2023, with an impressive auction opening today online of unique wine lots, intimate dinners and opportunities found nowhere else.
And, in true Anderson Valley spirit, the proceeds from the auction go directly to the community in which we live, work and make wine. The local AV Skate Park Project is focused on the development of a community park for all residents, and is the beneficiary of pinot lovers’ auction bids. As a bonus for anyone coming to Anderson Valley, this development will also offer the Valley’s first public restroom, a big step for our rural community!
Starting today, May 1, the AV Pinot Month Online Auction is live and bidding will continue through the month. At the PinotFest Grand Tasting, these lots will be on display alongside of a lively Raffle benefiting the Anderson Valley Fire Department. Just think how excited bidders get while drinking really good Pinot Noir. Remember it’s all about raising money for the kids (and local volunteer firefighters)! And, yes, anyone who may need the new restroom.
In the major online auction available for bidding to PinotFest attendees and those from afar who wish they were here, highlights include packages with names in “Boontling,” an old Anderson Valley language designed to describe life in and outside of the valley in simplistic phrases. For example, the “Bright Lighters” package is an adventure to the big city of San Francisco with Waits-Mast Family Cellars and Shelly Lindgren’s popular A16 restaurant that “popped up” in Boonville last summer. Check out:
- Coastal Culinary Indulgence with a two night stay and dinner at the charming seaside culinary destination Elk Cove Inn and Spa and another dinner farther down the coast at the hip Japanese pub Izakaya Gama in Point Arena with the winemakers of equally hip Minus Tide Wines.
- Or bid on a stop in Healdsburg on your way to Anderson Valley with The Harris Gallery and a deep dive into their unique father-son art gallery in which they also developed Anderson Valley wines with winemakers Wells Guthrie and Leo Steen. Stay in their incomparable villa close to town where three couples will experience wine country in luxury and indulgence, including a pizza party.
Many more packages so bid often, bid high and drink Pinot. Help Anderson Valley winemakers support their community.
Also throughout the month of May, everyone in Anderson Valley gets into the Pinot Noir spirit. Some highlights include:
May 6-7 – On May 6th, Long Meadow Wine Saturday Supper at the Apple Farm in Philo, one of a series of monthly suppers celebrating the release of “Six California Kitchens,” a cookbook celebrating the life of Sally Schmitt. On May 7th, Pennyroyal Farm will join guests and Chef Perry Hoffman at Boonville Hotel for a special Sunday Supper.
- Mother’s Day weekend 5/13-14 – Goldeneye hosts live music 5/13 and all second Saturdays, and Pennyroyal Farm has Flights and Bites to celebrate all moms ($45/person)
- May 19th & 20th – Pinot Fest weekend dinner events, including the festival’s Friday Sunset BBQ, Handley at Boonville Hotel, and larger tapas & pinot event at Wickson avwines.com/wine-events/
- May 21st – Winery Open Houses throughout the Valley as part of Pinot Noir festival Weekend. Check out the website for highlights of wine and food tasting experiences and a chance to meet the winemakers. https://andersonvalleywinegrowers.com/pinot-event-schedule/.
- May 21st – The Bewildered Pig reopens for a special Pinot Fest Recovery party where Panthea Wine will be featured plus some fan favorites like ducky fried chicken and miso eggs, as well as beer from Mad Fritz Brewing and book signings (and comedy) from “Sideways” author Rex Pickett. DJs Sean Mullen and Funky-G keep the party going. @thebewilderedpig.
Pinot Noir Festival Tickets are going quickly but there are still some available. Go to the Anderson Valley Winegrowers Association website at www.avwines.com/pinot-noir-festival. More information can be found online, or by contacting the Association via email at info@andersonvalleywinegrowers.com.
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About the Anderson Valley Winegrowers Association
The Anderson Valley Winegrowers Association (AVWA) was founded in 1983 – the same year as the appellation. Made up of 25 vineyard, 66 winery and 63 associate members, the nonprofit organization operates with the goal of supporting the region’s premier grape growers and wineries, as well as promoting the region’s distinguished wines. In addition to acting as a resource for its members, the association aims to better its community by donating funds every year to local nonprofit organizations.
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Anderson Valley Winegrowers Association
Address: 7501 Highway 128, PO Box 63, Philo CA 95466
Phone: (707) 895-WINE
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